This week marks the longest government shutdown in U.S. history — and American families are paying the price.

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Flights are being canceled, veterans face care delays, and farmers are struggling as key agencies close their doors.

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Yet Democrats continue to keep the government closed for political leverage while Americans pay the price.

It’s time to stop the political games, reopen the government, and work toward real solutions.

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As Senator Tim Sheehy explains, we need to end crisis governing and return to responsible budgeting that actually works.

Join thousands of Americans calling on Congress to end the shutdown and get back to work.

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